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Thingsthatgo · 17/10/2025 09:27

I need some help! I am going be going to some meetings/events over the next year or so that are going to be full of young & trendy London media people.
I need a bag that will hold lots of things, be reasonably secure (ie zipped), and not be completely embarrassing. I usually use a backpack for work, but I am thinking maybe I need a shoulder bag?
I have up to £200, new or preloved. I know I shouldn’t care about what people think, but I just need a boost of confidence that at least I have a bag that isn’t awful!
Thank you for your help.

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Thingsthatgo · 17/10/2025 09:33

Oh, and I like things quite plain looking - not fussy.
colours I would like black or dark jewel colours. Maybe chestnut but not tan or beige.

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IReallyNeedThisToWork · 17/10/2025 09:58

My first thought would be a Longchamps Le Pliage. Simple, timeless and last for bloody ever!!

nagnagnag · 17/10/2025 10:00

Le Pliage or Rains tote bag mini - both come in several colours

PerkyCyanPoet · 17/10/2025 10:01

Longchamp Le Pliage

doctorsleep · 17/10/2025 10:11

Hervé Chapelier

Comefromaway · 17/10/2025 10:16

I've been eying this one up https://uk.designerexchange.com/product-detail/handbags/coach/city-tote/SHANCOA532932

I've bought from Designer Exchange several times, they are very reputable.

City Tote

https://uk.designerexchange.com/product-detail/handbags/coach/city-tote/SHANCOA532932

BeaLola · 17/10/2025 10:55

IReallyNeedThisToWork · 17/10/2025 09:58

My first thought would be a Longchamps Le Pliage. Simple, timeless and last for bloody ever!!

Exactly this

Thingsthatgo · 17/10/2025 11:08

Oh you guys are amazing! I love that it’s pretty unanimous.
I will rock up up to the meetings with confidence!

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Britpopbaby · 18/10/2025 13:16

PerkyCyanPoet · 17/10/2025 10:01

Longchamp Le Pliage

This!

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